Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Potential difference and power

Potential difference and power — practice question

A circuit includes a battery with electromotive force $E$ and internal resistance $r$, linked to two resistors, each having resistance $2.5\,\Omega$. The resistors are arranged in parallel, as shown. The current through one of the resistors is $0.80\,\text{A}$. Which expression, with $E$ measured in volts and $r$ measured in ohms, determines the internal resistance $r$?

  • A$\frac{E - 4.0}{1.6}$
  • B$\frac{E - 4.0}{0.80}$
  • C$\frac{E - 2.0}{1.6}$
  • D$\frac{E - 2.0}{0.80}$

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